Mediterranean Eggplant Boats

Name: Mediterranean Eggplant Boats
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: *MEDITERRANEAN SALSA*; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1/2 cup finely chopped jarred roasted red peppers; 2 Tbsp. diced red onion; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley; 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tsp. drained capers; 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice; 1/4 tsp. each sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; *EGGPLANT BOATS*; 2 small to medium eggplants; 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (divided); 1/4 cup chopped shallots; 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped); 1 cup cooked quinoa; 2 Tbsp. tahini (sesame seed paste); 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley); Sea salt and black pepper to taste